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American Focus > Blog > Crime > The MTA won’t quit squeezing New Yorkers for cash — even as it shells out billions
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The MTA won’t quit squeezing New Yorkers for cash — even as it shells out billions

Last updated: December 22, 2024 7:55 am
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is constantly in need of more funds to sustain its operations. Recently, the agency approved a plan to implement a nearly 4% fare hike for riders next year, raising the cost of a single ride to $3. This increase is just the beginning, as another fare hike is expected in two years.

In addition to the fare hike, motorists will also face higher tolls to drive into Midtown Manhattan, starting at $9 and increasing to $12 and eventually $15 in the future. The MTA is also planning to invest $1.27 billion in 435 new subway cars, which are seen as an upgrade to the current fleet. However, questions have been raised about the timing of this purchase, especially given the agency’s financial challenges.

The cost per subway car, at $2.92 million, is significantly higher than what other cities like Chicago Transit paid for similar purchases. This discrepancy reflects a larger pattern of inflated costs in MTA projects, as highlighted in a report by The New York Times that revealed capital-project costs per mile of track to be seven times higher than the global average.

The MTA has faced financial challenges in the past, leading to payroll taxes on businesses, fare hikes, and federal assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Issues like crime rates, fare evasion, and inefficiencies in the criminal justice and mental health systems have also contributed to a decline in ridership and fare revenue.

To address these challenges, it is essential for the MTA to focus on cost containment, negotiate favorable contracts with unions, and eliminate wasteful spending. MTA CEO Janno Lieber has made some progress in controlling costs, but significant improvements are still needed to restore public trust in the agency’s financial management.

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Before embarking on new major projects, the MTA must demonstrate that its fiscal house is in order. This will help gain support from New Yorkers for investments in infrastructure, such as new subway cars, and occasional fare hikes to keep up with inflation. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that the MTA operates efficiently and effectively to provide reliable transportation services to the public.

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